Sherwood High School Class of 2020 The Sherwood way: Rigor for each

Sherwood High School
The Sherwood way:
Rigor for each
Respect for each
Reach out to each
Class of 2020
Tonight we will …
 Discuss the four-year educational program at
Sherwood High School;
 Prepare students and parents for the transition from
middle school to high school;
 Highlight the freshmen registration process;
 And provide an opportunity to attend the Course Fair
to learn about academic programs and meet some
Sherwood staff.
At Sherwood…
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We focus on academics so students
leave high school prepared to do
whatever they want to do (open as
many doors as possible)
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We provide opportunities for self
exploration beyond the curriculum
through athletics, community
activities and extracurricular
programs
What Courses Should Students
Take?
• Students should plan their schedules keeping the end in
mind (College, Career, Military).
• Students should take courses that challenge them the
most.
• Students’ schedules should contain Honors and possibly
Advanced Placement (AP) courses.
• Students must complete 22 credits (28 possible in a fulltime four-year program).
Graduation Requirements
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English (4 credits)
Social Studies (3 credits)
Science (3 credits)
Math (4 credits in high school)
Technology (1 credit)
Fine Arts (1 credit)
Physical Education (1 credit)
Health (1/2 credit)
Program of Study
o Foreign Language (2 credits), or
o Career Development Program
• Example(s): Horticulture Pathway, Child Development Pathway, Med
Careers Pathway, Edison Center, etc.
Additional Graduation
Requirements
• Student Service Learning Hours (75 hours)
• High School Assessments/PARCC (as of now)
o Algebra PARCC
o Biology HSA
o English 10 PARCC
o NSL Government HSA
Planning for College/Career
• Rigor that complements your interests.
• Mathematics courses beyond Algebra II and
Geometry with a grade of a B or better.
• 3 - 4 credits of Science with a grade of a B or
better.
• 2 or more credits in a World Language with a
grade of a B or better or 3 or more credits in
Career Program courses with a grade of a B or
better.
Planning for College/Career
• Most colleges look for World Languages.
• Score of a 1000 or higher on SAT I and/or a
24 or higher on the ACT
• A cumulative GPA of a 3.0 or better on a 4.0
scale
• Internships related to the field of interest for
some students
Freshman Year
7 Credits:
English (1)
Math (1)
Social Studies (1)
Science (1)
Other classes (3)
(World Language, Physical Education, Art/Music,
Technology Education, or other electives)
Preparing for High School
 Have a positive attitude towards
achievement: Do well in class and get good
grades; high school courses become
permanent on your transcript.
 Embrace responsibility: hand in homework,
make up assignments, take advantage of
reteach/reassess opportunities, attend
classes and get to class on time, manage time
wisely.
 Make good choices about your classes for
next year.
 Consider where you want to be as a senior
and map out a four year plan.
Preparing for High School
 Develop positive relationships with teachers
and ask for help from them if needed. It is
important to build a strong foundation.
 Get to know your counselor and
administrator. They can be a big help and
support.
 Get involved in clubs and activities that let
you explore your interests.
 Keep track of your accomplishments,
activities, experiences and service because
you will need these as you build your resume
for college or career.
Athletics
Fall:
Football (V & JV)
Cross Country
Golf
Boys Soccer
Handball (c)
Spring:
Girls Volleyball
Girls Tennis
Girls Soccer
Field Hockey
Baseball (V & JV)
Boys Lacrosse
Boys Volleyball
Gymnastics
Softball (V & JV)
Winter:
Year Long:
Bocce Ball (c)
Boys Basketball
Girls Basketball
Indoor Track
Swimming and Diving
Wrestling
Cheerleading
Pom Pons
Track
Girls Lacrosse
Coed Volleyball
Boys Tennis
Activities
Academic
Service
Debate
Forensics
Honor Societies: National, Art, English,
French, History, Italian, Spanish, Mu
Alpha Theta, Quill & Scroll, Tri-M
Music
It’s Academic
Mock Trial
Ambassadors
Amnesty International
Best Buddies
Green Team
Interact
Key Club
Leo Club
Peer Mediators
Project Change
SADD
Student Government
(SGA, Freshman Class
Sophomore Class,
Junior Class, Senior
Class)
More Activities
Clubs
Anime
Asian Pacific Club
Badminton
Black Student Union
Board Game Club
Book Club
Bowling Club
Break Dancing
C.A.S.T./Drama/Stage Crew
Chemistry Club
Chess Club
Creative Helpers
Creative Writing
Current Events
Dinner Theatre
Doctors of Tomorrow
ECO-Sherwood
Engineers Without Borders
Equestrian
F.B.L.A.
F.C.A.
Gardening Club
Give to Live
Ice Hockey Club
Independent Voters
International Club
Invisible Child Club
Italian Club
Jewish Culture Club
Knitting for Humanity
Men’s Barbershop
Men’s Choirs
Model U.N.
National History Club
Outdoor Club
Pre-Vet
Rugby Club
Shakespeare Club
SHS International United
Ski Club
Stage Crew
Stand for the Silent
Stand Proud
STEM Club
T.H.E. Club
Video TV Club
Warrior Improvisation
Young Democrats
Young Republicans
How to
Register Online
STEP 1
Login: http://scheduler.mcpsmd.org/public/
• Once you see the sign in
screen, enter your MCPS
username (your 6 digit
MCPS Student ID#) and
password (the password you
use to log into the computers
at school).
• Then select “Sign In.”
STEP 2
• This is your Grade Level specific home screen. You will
choose courses from here. (See Grade 10 screen in the
example below.)
STEP 3
• Choose your courses by clicking on the pencil icon. Make
sure you pick 7 classes.
• A green check mark shows that a choice has been made or
that there is no choice required in that section.
• A red exclamation mark shows that a selection still needs to
be made.
HELPFUL HINTS
• Make sure you check off the course for both semesters:
Example: Algebra 1A and Algebra 1B
• Courses are listed in alphabetical order within each
category in MyMCPS Scheduler.
• You can select multiple courses in each subject area. Then
click OK.
• DP=Double Period
Another Helpful
Hint
Please note that you
may need to click
through multiple
pages in order to find
the course you are
looking for.
STEP 4
• When you are finished making all of your choices,
make sure it says, “Requesting 7 credit hours” at the
bottom of the page.
• Click the “Submit” button on the bottom right.
STEP 5
• Once you have reviewed your selections, print a copy
for your records.
• You can sign out of the application using the “Sign
Out” link located in the upper right-hand corner of
the screen.
STEP 6
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Make sure your registration card is filled out.
On your card, write down your 2 alternate courses.
Parent signature is required on the form.
Make sure to turn in your Registration form on your designated
day.
YOU ARE NOW REGISTERED FOR CLASSES FOR NEXT
YEAR!
Please remember…
• Follow the recommendations your teachers have made. They
know you as a student and they have a good understanding
of the expectations of classes.
• Talk with your parents or guardians, teachers and counselor
about your course choices. They know you best!
• Please have your MyMCPS Scheduler course selections
entered and your registration card filled out by the due
dates listed.
• Email your counselor if you have questions!
Finally…
Your course selections will be mailed home in
May.
After you submit your registration form, you may
contact the counseling department at Sherwood
High School if you need to make any changes.
Please note that any change request must be
communicated by June 15, 2016.
Course Fair (now until 8:00)
 Main Office Hallway and
Cafeteria:
 Look at presentations about SHS
courses
 Opportunity to discuss programs
with school staff